Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade Dane Cook
Nov 20, 2024
Dane Cook, a stand-up comedian and actor, is known for his explosive early career and savvy social media use. In this conversation, he shares a wild tale of a panic attack before auditioning for SNL and the challenges of getting robbed. Cook reminisces about the worst gigs of his career, where chaos ensued on stage. He also reflects on the highs and lows of live performance, revealing how comedy served as a therapeutic outlet through personal adversity. It's an entertaining mix of laughter and heartfelt confessions from a comedy icon.
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MySpace Fueled Direct Fan Growth
- Dane Cook used early internet platforms like MySpace to build a direct fanbase, answering messages and posting clips relentlessly for years.
- That effort grew into millions of followers and let him sell out arenas without traditional radio or TV promotion.
Bench Panic Cost An SNL Audition
- Dane skipped an SNL audition after a full-blown panic attack on a bench outside Rockefeller Plaza.
- That missed chance deeply affected his trajectory and remains a formative story in his career.
Bring Stage Confidence Into Life
- Turn your stage persona into a daily operating mode to access more confidence offstage.
- Dane built an 'alpha' stage version he could lean on between performances.